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Zebra crossing for lovers

A Chinese city has created a pedestrian crossing with a romantic theme to help put couples in the mood for love.

The romantic crossing /Quirky China News

Traffic officials in Chengdu came up with the idea for the crossing which features two hearts and the message in English: "I love you", reports the Tianfu Morning Post.

A spokesman said the local traffic bureau wanted to give the crossing a romantic atmosphere because it was close to the Hejiang Pavilion, a popular dating venue for young couples.

"We want to make everybody who walks on it feel warmth and love from others," said the spokesman, adding that it was believed to be the first crossing of its kind in the whole country.

"We have two wishes - one, that all who walk on it experience long-lasting love and, two, that they obey traffic rules and cross safely."

Tourist Liang Xuemei, from Hainan, asked her friend to pull over and take pictures after spotting the crossing during a tour of the city: "It looks very welcoming," she said.


50 posted on 02/03/2009 4:42:20 PM PST by Daffynition ("Beauty is in the sty of the beholder." ~ Joe 6-pack)
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